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21 Day South America Itinerary, incl. Peru, Bolivia and Chile
This 21-day tour presents Peru and Bolivia's finest sites. Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca's floating islands, and Salar de Uyuni await. Local culture comes alive at G Adventures-supported initiatives like Parwa Restaurant and Ccaccaccollo Weaving Co-op.
- Days 1-2
Lima & Cusco, Peru
Start in Lima then take a quick 1-hour flight to Cusco. The altitude in Cusco is no joke. One traveler shared: "Cusco's altitude is serious stuff - I got migraines even with altitude sickness tablets." Your first day should be low-key. Drink coca tea and stay hydrated since the Sacred Valley sits at 11,500 feet.
- Days 3-7
Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
Walk Cusco's historic streets before moving on to the Sacred Valley. Stop at the women's weaving cooperative in Ccaccaccollo to buy textiles straight from local artisans. Take the train to Aguas Calientes and get an early bus up to Machu Picchu. One experienced traveler suggests: "I recommend the optional 1-day Inca Trail hike even though it's pricey - it makes the Machu Picchu arrival so much more special."
- Days 8-9
Lake Titicaca & Puno
The bus ride to Puno takes about 7.5 hours through the Altiplano. Visit the floating islands of Uros and Taquile Island. A visitor notes: "The views from both Amantaní and Taquile Islands are stunning, but pack warm layers - it gets very cold on the lake."
- Days 10-11
La Paz, Bolivia
Head into Bolivia and La Paz, one of the world's highest capitals. You can try the Death Road bike tour or check out the unique Witches' Market. At 13,000 feet you'll need to watch your altitude symptoms.
- Days 12-14
Sucre & Potosí
Fly to Sucre, Bolivia's constitutional capital with beautiful colonial buildings. A 2.5-hour bus ride takes you to Potosí, once the richest city in the world because of its silver mines.
- Days 15-18
Uyuni Salt Flats & Atacama Desert
Take a three-day 4x4 trip across the Salar de Uyuni. One traveler warns: "The Salt Flats are incredible but extremely cold - pack serious winter gear even in summer." Enter Chile and drop 6,500 feet into the Atacama Desert.
- Days 19-21
San Pedro de Atacama & Santiago
See the Valley of the Moon and try sandboarding or mountain biking in San Pedro. A visitor notes: "San Pedro feels like returning to civilization after the basic facilities in the Salt Flats." Finish your trip in Santiago, Chile's modern capital.
20 Days in South America, incl. Buenos Aires and Machu Picchu
Iconic sites of Bolivia and Peru unfold before you. La Paz's Witches Market, Lake Titicaca's Uros Islands, Cusco's Q'oricancha Temple, and Machu Picchu await. Internal flights, 19 breakfasts, and carefully selected accommodations included.
- Days 1-2
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Begin your journey in Argentina's lively capital. Take a guided tour through historic La Boca and San Telmo neighborhoods. "The Recoleta Cemetery tour was fascinating - definitely join a guided walk to understand the history behind the ornate mausoleums." Use your second day to explore more or take a day trip to Colonia, Uruguay. Just remember your passport.
- Days 3-4
Salta & Cafayate, Argentina
Fly to Salta in the Andean foothills. Ride the cable car up Cerro San Bernardo for panoramic city views and spend your evening at a peña listening to folk music. Head to Cafayate the next day through scenic canyons. Stop at high-altitude vineyards for wine tasting. The road gets quite winding so consider motion sickness pills.
- Days 5-6
Atacama Desert, Chile
Travel to Chile's Atacama Desert on a 10-hour drive through the Andes. Stay in San Pedro de Atacama while exploring Moon Valley's unique landscapes. You can visit El Tatio geysers early morning but pack warm clothes. Temperatures often drop below freezing before sunrise.
- Days 7-9
Uyuni Salt Flats, Bolivia
Take a 3-day 4WD tour across the world's largest salt flat. You'll stay in basic lodges where electricity is limited. Bring sunglasses and lip balm to protect against the intense salt glare. One reviewer noted: "The landscapes in NW Argentina, Chile and Bolivia are unsurpassed globally."
- Days 10-11
La Paz, Bolivia
Fly into La Paz. Visit the Witches' Market and Plaza Murillo. Take it slow these first days at 11,942ft altitude. Drink coca tea and skip alcohol. Consider a day trip to Tiwanaku ruins if you're interested in archaeology.
- Days 12-13
Lake Titicaca Region
See Copacabana's basilica before entering Peru. Visit the Uros floating islands but remember these are local communities not tourist exhibits. The lake sits at 12,500ft so continue with altitude precautions.
- Days 14-15
Cusco, Peru
Take a bus across the Altiplano to Cusco. Visit Sacsayhuaman fortress and nearby Inca sites. At 11,152ft most travelers are used to the altitude but still take care. Book your restaurants early as popular spots fill up quickly.
- Days 16-17
Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
Discover the Sacred Valley's ruins and markets. Take the train to Machu Picchu and sit on the right for the best views. Get to the site early for classic photos without crowds. Book Huayna Picchu permits months in advance if you want to climb it.
- Days 18-20
Cusco & Lima
You can visit Machu Picchu again before returning to Cusco. End your trip in Lima with walks through the historic center. Book dinner reservations well ahead to try Peru's famous restaurants.
Absolute Peru
A 21-day adventure through Bolivia and Peru's wonders awaits. Hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, visit Lake Titicaca's floating islands, and watch condors at Colca Canyon. Exclusive G Lodge Amazon and authentic community homestays provide unique accommodations.
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135 miParacas Peru
111 miNazca Peru
250 miArequipa Peru
59 miCanon del Colca Peru
121 miPuno Peru
42 miLake Titicaca Bolivia
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Puno Peru
207 miCusco Peru
26 miOllantaytambo Peru
15 miMachu Picchu Peru
40 miCusco Peru
197 miPuerto Maldonado Peru
23 miTambopata National Reserve Peru
529 miLima Peru
Bolivia and Peru 21 Day Tour Packages You'll Love
What people love about 3-week Bolivia and Peru tours
- Southern Divide
My trip through Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina with G Adventures was absolutely amazing. Eduardo Tello was the most amazing guide we could've had, we went above and beyond as a guide and made a special effort to make a true friendship with everyone on the tour. Even with a couple of difficult people on the tour he always stayed professional and the trio just so amazing. This was the first time leaving my home country and Eddy just made everything so easy, we didnt even have to think. The tour was so good, saw all the big sights plus even more I hadn't even thought of. Will definitely recommend G Adventures to everyone.
- Absolute Peru
It was a very well organized tour. It felt a bit slow at the beginning but after experiencing the shifts in altitude I appreciated the slower pace to allow for acclimatization before starting the Inca Trail. I also liked the flexibility of the schedule, allowed for a more organic feel to the itinerary, I didn’t feel like I was constantly looking at my watch.
- Wonderland of Peru 19 Days
Wonderful experience indeed, physically demanding at some points but you can see almost everything Peru has to offer. And Conde Travel did everything to perfectly organize all activities. Congratulations!